Medieval to Post-Medieval Bronze Finger Rings lobi Traces of white pigment

Traces of white pigment

Mary Davis & Susanna Harris

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the primordial creator deity

Medieval to Post-Medieval Bronze Finger Rings lobi Traces of white pigmentMedieval to Post Medieval, c. 7001600 AD, Europe Fascinating and robust pair of bronze alloy finger rings, found in England. These small sized examples display classic medieval characteristicseach with a narrow recessed bezel that once held a coloured glass inlay or a semi precious stone, now lost to time. The surfaces retain an attractive greenish patina, with traces suggesting the rings were originally silvered or gilded. Despite their age, both